ochraceusochraceum

Ochraceusochraceum is a coined binomial that has not been formally described as a taxon in the scientific literature. It is occasionally cited as an illustrative example in discussions of Latin adjectives and binomial formation rather than as a validly published species or genus.

Taxonomy and validity

Ochraceusochraceum does not have a recognized genus name, a formal description, or a type specimen. Under the rules of zoological and botanical nomenclature (ICZN and ICN), a name must be published with a clear diagnosis or description and a designated type; this name currently lacks those requirements. If a taxon were to be named in this form, it would need to be placed within an explicit genus and meet the standards for valid publication.

Etymology

The string blends Latin adjectives ochraceus and ochraceum, both referring to an ochre-like color. In proper taxonomic practice, a single species epithet should align with the gender of the genus name, and the resulting form would typically be a single, coherent epithet rather than a concatenation.

Usage

The term is mainly used to illustrate potential pitfalls in naming, such as pleonasm, gender agreement, or invalid concatenation, in educational contexts. It is not employed as a legitimate scientific designation.

See also

Binomial nomenclature, tautonym, pleonasm in scientific names, Latin grammar in taxonomy

References

There is no formal description or authority for this name.